Alex Mikulich: 'War on religion' dishonest use of word

8:48 PM,
May 17, 2014

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Alex Mikulich

I can't forget what my dad taught me about World War II. He served in the 4th Division of the United States Marine Corps that fought on Iwo Jima in February and March 1945.

Dad described war's devastation in an unforgettable way. What he conveyed through his stories and body language still haunt me.

Dad opposed the use of "war" in domestic politics. It evades war's lethal consequences, insults those who risk and/or give their lives for us, and only creates division where leaders should promote civil dialogue. ...